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AP Trending SummaryBrief at 5:34 p.m. ESTWhat better subject for a new year! Moses is dead; Joshua carries on. Here’s the story. The promised land has been spied out and all systems are go! The Israelites have followed Joshua to the Jordan River. The long-awaited-for promised land is just ahead. A new exciting day is dawning. But then it happens — trouble — an obstacle. These obstacles may be economic, political, social or personal — but they always come. The obstacle facing the children of Israel was the flooding of the Jordan River. There were no boats or bridges, just gallons of rushing waters. They were so close to their destination, could even see it, but couldn’t reach it. They had to be disappointed as they waited three days to cross over into the promised land. So what is Joshua’s word to the Israelites and to us as we begin our journey into the new year 2025? First, acknowledge the source of your hope! Note in this story that the children of Israel are to be led into the land of promise not by the military, but by the priests. The favorable presence of God must go before them. Joshua says, “when you see the Ark of the Covenant ...go after it.” The Ark, of course, is the symbol of God’s presence and must be acknowledged. So, why are these Israelites to keep the Ark in sight? Plainly and simply, because they do not know the way. They are about to enter a brand new, unknown territory. And without God’s guidance neither they nor we will know where to go. Writing in his book “The Divine Conquest,” A.W.Tozer states, “Wherever faith has been original, wherever it has proved itself to be real, it has invariably had upon it a sense of the “present God.” Our hope is in God and his guidance. Second, set out! Then you shall set out from your place ...”Joshua admonished. Note again that Joshua doesn’t say that you should crawl out from your place or sneak out from your place. Joshua said, “Set out!” “See the Ark-set out!” Acknowledge God — set out! I like those words “set out,” and I think they mean “Hang in there.” Sometimes that is absolutely the best thing we can do — “just hang in there.” Some days survival itself is an achievement. At 95 years of age, J.C. Penny was asked to share the secret of his life and long success. He quickly replied, “Being grateful for all my problems. As I have dealt with each one, I became stronger. I grew on my difficulties.” It sounds like J.C. Penny knew how to hang in there. He had fortitude which means “firmness of spirit.” Third, dwell in possibility! A few years ago, a friend gave me a unique gift that I treasure very much. It’s a silver paper weight with the following words cut across the front of it, “Dwell in possibility.” Now, these words remind me of Joshua’s words to the children of Israel, “ ...For tomorrow the Lord will do wonders among you” (Joshua 3:5). If you study churches or individuals or other groups, you’ll discover that they frequently make it or miss it on how well they manage the possibilities. Personally, I like the way that Don Quixote expresses it in the “Man of La Mancha” He said, “To dream the impossible dream!” To make everything better because we dare to believe they can be better. And we live our lives seeking to make them better. Happy New Year!80jili shop app 。

provided some relief with a 2-0 victory at Leicester to secure just a second win in 14 games for the crisis-hit English champions on Sunday. Savinho and Erling Haaland struck either side of half-time as City ended a run of eight away games without a win. The performance was still far from the standards that Guardiola’s side have set in winning an unprecedented four consecutive English top-flight titles. But the effusive celebrations of Haaland’s header 16 minutes from time showed that three points was all that mattered for the visitors to at least temporarily halt their remarkable slump. Victory lifts City up to fifth but they are still 11 points behind leaders Liverpool. Guardiola made just one change from the 1-1 Boxing Day draw against Everton as Kevin De Bruyne replaced his Belgian international colleague Jeremy Doku. De Bruyne’s fitness struggles have played a part in City’s slump and he immediately showed what Guardiola’s men have been missing for most of the season. >> Everton 0-2 Nottingham >> Fulham 2-2 Bournemouth >> Tottenham 2-2 Wolves >> Crystal Palace 2-1 Southampton

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From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has expressed gratitude to the people of Southern Kaduna for maintaining peace, stating, “The people of Zone 3 have reciprocated by ensuring that peace prevails, so there will be unhindered development in fulfilment of my pledge to run an inclusive government, anchored on equity, fairness, and justice to take development to all parts of the state.” Governor Sani made this remark at the 2nd edition of the Southern Kaduna Festival, held in Kafanchan on Saturday, where he was the Chief Host of the event. According to him, culture plays a significant role in shaping identities and values and inspiring creativity. He added, “Our cultural heritage is the foundation upon which we build our progress, and it is our responsibility to preserve it for future generations.” The governor emphasised his administration’s commitment to the massive transformation of rural communities, recognising their immense potential. “We believe that by empowering rural communities, we can unlock the secrets to sustainable development, economic growth, and social prosperity,” he said. Governor Uba Sani pointed out that his administration has undertaken numerous transformative projects in the 18 months he has been in office, “reshaping our communities and enhancing the quality of life for our citizens.” He recalled that the Kafanchan Township Roads had been abandoned for many years, causing hardship to the people. “Contractors have been fully mobilised, and work is ongoing,” he noted. The governor further announced road construction projects, including a 22.5km road from Gwantu through Kibam to Godogodo, a 21.95km road from Madauchi to Kafanchan through Madakiya (including a branch to Matsirga Waterfalls), and a 21.85km Pambeguwa to Kauru Road through Kahuta, linking various Local Government Areas (LGAs). “We have installed 200 units of All-in-One Solar Street Lights across various local governments in Zone 3, illuminating our streets and enhancing safety for all,” he added. In addition to infrastructure, the governor highlighted advancements in agriculture, education, and healthcare. “We are prioritising agriculture through the distribution of fertilisers, farm inputs, and agricultural implements. Additionally, we have been constructing new schools, upgrading existing ones, and distributing educational materials to ensure our children have the resources they need to thrive.” He said the Kaduna State Vocational and Technology Skills Acquisition City at Samaru Kataf, which is 90% completed, would graduate about 12,000 trainees annually with international certification upon completion. The governor also announced the conversion of the Sir Patrick Yakowa General Hospital in Kafanchan to a Federal Medical Centre to serve the diverse population spanning several LGAs and neighbouring states, including Plateau, Nasarawa, Niger, and the FCT. “Upgrading it to a Federal Medical Centre will greatly improve healthcare accessibility, strengthen tertiary healthcare delivery, and provide opportunities for advanced medical training and research in the area,” he said, thanking the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, for initiating the process. Governor Sani noted that healthcare facilities in Southern Kaduna, like other senatorial zones, are being upgraded and equipped to standard. He stated that the projects for General Hospitals in Kafanchan, Kaura, Kachia, and Sanga were near completion. Additionally, contracts have been awarded for revitalising and upgrading 53 Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across Zone 3. “We flagged off the distribution of essential medicines worth over N1 billion last week in Kachia LGA. These drugs will be distributed free of charge to children, women, and the elderly,” he recalled. The event featured cultural dances from different tribes of Southern Kaduna. Governors Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang of Plateau State and Senator Douye Diri of Bayelsa State also attended the occasion.

West Palm Beach (US), Dec 27 (AP) An online spat between factions of Donald Trump's supporters over immigration and the tech industry has thrown internal divisions in his political movement into public display, previewing the fissures and contradictory views his coalition could bring to the White House. The rift laid bare the tensions between the newest flank of Trump's movement — wealthy members of the tech world including billionaire Elon Musk and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and their call for more highly skilled workers in their industry — and people in Trump's Make America Great Again base who championed his hardline immigration policies. The debate touched off this week when Laura Loomer, a right-wing provocateur with a history of racist and conspiratorial comments, criticized Trump's selection of Sriram Krishnan as an adviser on artificial intelligence policy in his coming administration. Krishnan favors the ability to bring more skilled immigrants into the US. Loomer declared the stance to be “not America First policy” and said the tech executives who have aligned themselves with Trump were doing so to enrich themselves. Much of the debate played out on the social media network X, which Musk owns. Loomer's comments sparked a back-and-forth with venture capitalist and former PayPal executive David Sacks, whom Trump has tapped to be the “White House A.I. and Crypto Czar." Musk and Ramaswamy, whom Trump has tasked with finding ways to cut the federal government, weighed in, defending the tech industry's need to bring in foreign workers. It bloomed into a larger debate with more figures from the hard-right weighing in about the need to hire US workers, whether values in American culture can produce the best engineers, free speech on the internet, the newfound influence tech figures have in Trump's world and what his political movement stands for. Trump has not yet weighed in on the rift, and his presidential transition team did not respond to a message seeking comment. Musk, the world's richest man who has grown remarkably close to the president-elect, was a central figure in the debate, not only for his stature in Trump's movement but his stance on the tech industry's hiring of foreign workers. Technology companies say H-1B visas for skilled workers, used by software engineers and others in the tech industry, are critical for hard-to-fill positions. But critics have said they undercut US citizens who could take those jobs. Some on the right have called for the program to be eliminated, not expanded. Born in South Africa, Musk was once on an a H-1B visa himself and defended the industry's need to bring in foreign workers. “There is a permanent shortage of excellent engineering talent," he said in a post. “It is the fundamental limiting factor in Silicon Valley.” Trump's own positions over the years have reflected the divide in his movement. His tough immigration policies, including his pledge for a mass deportation, were central to his winning presidential campaign. He has focused on immigrants who come into the US illegally but he has also sought curbs on legal immigration, including family-based visas. As a presidential candidate in 2016, Trump called the H-1B visa program “very bad” and “unfair” for US workers. After he became president, Trump in 2017 issued a “Buy American and Hire American” executive order, which directed Cabinet members to suggest changes to ensure H-1B visas were awarded to the highest-paid or most-skilled applicants to protect American workers. Trump's businesses, however, have hired foreign workers, including waiters and cooks at his Mar-a-Lago club, and his social media company behind his Truth Social app has used the the H-1B programme for highly skilled workers. During his 2024 campaign for president, as he made immigration his signature issue, Trump said immigrants in the country illegally are “poisoning the blood of our country" and promised to carry out the largest deportation operation in US history. But in a sharp departure from his usual alarmist message around immigration generally, Trump told a podcast this year that he wants to give automatic green cards to foreign students who graduate from US colleges. “I think you should get automatically, as part of your diploma, a green card to be able to stay in this country," he told the “All-In" podcast with people from the venture capital and technology world. Those comments came on the cusp of Trump's budding alliance with tech industry figures, but he did not make the idea a regular part of his campaign message or detail any plans to pursue such changes. (AP) PY PY (This story has not been edited by THE WEEK and is auto-generated from PTI)

Pediapharm (CVE:PDP) Stock Price Up 1.7% – Here’s What HappenedALL the places of interest and local food stops in Petaling Jaya’s oldest township are marked out in the “PJ Old Town Cultural and Food Map”. The project, conceptualised by Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung, is a pilot initiative undertaken to inject life into the city’s old town. Lee embarked on the project to highlight the historical places, landmarks and eateries in PJ Old Town after setting up his service centre in 2023. “I decided to embark on this project to highlight the historical places, landmarks and dining places after setting up my service centre in Petaling Jaya Old Town in May 2023. “I find that this area has its own beauty and characteristics that are different from other urban areas in Petaling Jaya. “People will get to experience a different vibe and atmosphere when they come here,” said Lee, describing the neighbourhood as having a blend of nostalgic charm and modern living. Petaling Jaya Old Town, better known as PJ Old Town, comprises Sections 1, 2, 3 and 4. It was built as a satellite town in Selangor in 1952 by the British to address overcrowding in Kuala Lumpur. The PJ Old Town Cultural and Food Map highlights 18 landmarks including places of worship, 13 old shops and 18 types of food including both Muslim-friendly and non-halal options. “The map is designed to be a walking guide where visitors can explore on their own. It includes a suggested itinerary for a day trip, although a half-day visit is sufficient,” said Lee. “PJ Old Town is accessible by public transport. Visitors can stop at Taman Jaya or Asia Jaya LRT stations, then board either the PJ01 or T640 bus for the PJ Old Town Bus Terminal.” A must-visit destination when in the old quarters of Petaling Jaya is Medan Selera Jalan Othman, which was established in 1960. Besides the food court, the old and popular Pasar Besar Jalan Othman is also listed on the map. Other decades-old notable landmarks are Assunta Hospital (established in 1954), Church of The Assumption (built in 1959), Sri Sithi Vinayagar Temple better known as Petaling Jaya Pillaiyar Temple with its Dravidian architecture (built in 1964), Kwan Inn Teng Temple (founded in 1952) and Masjid Jamek Sultan Abdul Aziz (started off as a surau in 1956, then a mosque in 1964) which is the first mosque in Section 1. According to the guide, the site of Terminal Bas Jalan Othman Petaling Jaya was initially used by visiting circuses in the 1950s before the building came about. The original bus terminal building, which was popular among commuters in the 1970s to 1990s, made way in 2015 for the construction of a modern two-storey facility completed three years later. Built at a cost of RM3.19mil, the bus terminal was an initiative by Transport Ministry and Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ). Sri Sithi Vinayagar Temple, a prominent landmark along Jalan Selangor. From vision to reality The map was launched at a Mid-Autumn Festival event jointly organised by Lee and Bukit Gasing assemblyman Rajiv Rishyakaran’s offices in September. Lee said it took his team six months to work on the project, through research, dialogue sessions with resident groups and interviews with business operators in the old town. “PJ Old Town has a rich history as it served as the first administrative centre in Petaling Jaya. It was also an important economic and social hub. “We included bits of interesting information as fun facts in the map, such as the biggest roundabout in Petaling Jaya (which was demolished) and origins of the names Jalan Templer and Jalan Othman. “We also engaged a local illustrator to draw the map. A core team of five people worked on the project, with the project costing less than RM20,000,” he said, adding with a laugh that his team tried every dish and visited dining spots mentioned in the map to ensure they were worth recommending. The first print run of the map features 7,000 copies in Bahasa Malaysia, English and Mandarin. Lee described the map as a “living document”, as his team would improve on it from time to time, with future plans to translate it into Tamil and other languages. While most places listed in the map are accessible on foot, Lee acknowledged that more needed to be done to make Petaling Jaya Old Town suitable for walking. To make the area more inclusive, MBPJ upgraded Section 1’s commercial area to include disabled-friendly facilities such as ramps. Medan Selera Jalan Othman has been around since 1960. Lee is hoping that the map project encourages people to visit the area and patronise businesses there – be it discovering old shops with their unique trades or the local food. For example, Pat Seong Wine Merchant and Sang Hup Hardware and Sons, which have both been around since 1954, are touted as the oldest shops in Petaling Jaya. Then there is Brother Lim Cushion, which specialises in repair and customisation of sofa and car seat cushions and has been in the old town since 1972. Auntie Peggy’s Classic ais kacang and cendol, Kavitha Banana Leaf, Traditional Hakka Lui Char Restaurant and Nasi Lemak Goreng Chef Fauzey are among the well-known eateries listed. Lee is open to the idea of future collaborations, such as a photo exhibition featuring old snaps of Petaling Jaya Old Town or in-depth walking tours led by experienced guides. Traditional Hakka Lui Char Restaurant specialises in Hakka lei cha – a vegetarian rice dish topped with loads of herbs and green, and savoured with herbal broth. “I feel very welcomed since opening my office here. The senior folks enjoy sharing and chatting about their experiences, and life here resembles the harmonious fabric of Malaysia. “PJ Old Town has reached a crossroad. It is an ageing neighbourhood, so there is a need to develop it in a sustainable manner to retain its traditional charm while attracting young people to come here. “There is also a need to look into better care and having engaging programmes for the many senior folk living here.” Physical copies of the map are available at Lee’s office in Section 1, Rajiv’s office in Petaling Jaya New Town, Jalan Othman Petaling Jaya Bus Terminal as well as at these restaurants – Tingkap Cafe in Section 1, Kanna Curry House in Section 17 and New Ipoh Chicken Rice in Jalan Gasing. The digital version is available at pjlestari.com/cultural-map/ 'CLICK TO ENLARGE' Walking tour Lee, a first-term MP and former assemblyman from Pahang, personally led a group on a half-day walk in mid-October to visit several places mentioned in the PJ Old Town Cultural and Food Map. For Heidi Khalisah Azwari, the walking tour allowed her to gain insight and rediscover old places she used to frequent during her childhood years. “I grew up at my grandmother’s house in Taman Medan and studied at SK Assunta 2,” said Heidi Khalisah, 20, who is now studying at a private university in Raub, Pahang. “I got the opportunity to appreciate the buildings I used to walk past. “It is also nice to know the eateries I frequented are still around.” She said she used to eat satay at Medan Selera Jalan Othman, nasi lemak with ayam goreng at Nasi Lemak Goreng Chef Fauzey and enjoyed celebratory treats at McDonald’s when she did well at school. Petaling Jaya Community Library has a small exhibition area with artefacts curated by Petaling Jaya Museum. Heidi Khalisah added that the Petaling Jaya Community Library was where she would study for her exams and hang out with friends. Pong Siew Chu, 62, said the walking tour offered new insight into her neighbourhood, even after having lived in Section 1 for 40 years. Her husband, Wong Chong Tow, is the Section 1B Rukun Tetangga treasurer. “It was the first time I entered the premises of several places of worship,” said Pong who did the half-day walk with her son, Wong Jun Zhi, 22. “I am keen on renewing my membership at PJ Community Library after learning of its newer facilities. “It has a play area with books and activities for children aged up to seven years, so I can take my two grandsons, aged two years and five months, there when they come for a visit.” Kompleks Rakan Muda Arena Petaling Jaya is a sports complex located along Jalan Selangor. Pong said she has patronised a number of shops and eateries listed in the map, and goes to Pasar Besar Jalan Othman to do her daily marketing. “I hope the map helps draw in more visitors to the Section 1 neighbourhood and revive businesses here. “Perhaps Lee or a relevant authority could consider having murals on walls to add an artistic element to PJ Old Town, similar to the ‘Little Children on a Bicycle’ mural in George Town, Penang,” she added. Pong said she would also promote the map to her neighbours and students attending the daycare service she operates.Scholarships: December 21, 2024Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday arrived here in the Gulf nation on a two-day visit where he will meet the Indian diaspora and hold talks with Kuwaiti leadership to “strengthen the India-Kuwait friendship across various sectors”. Modi is visiting Kuwait at the invitation of Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. His visit to Kuwait will be the first of any Indian Prime Minister to the Gulf nation in 43 years. “Landed in Kuwait to a warm welcome. This is the first visit by an Indian PM in 43 years, and it will undoubtedly strengthen the India-Kuwait friendship across various sectors. I look forward to the programmes scheduled for later today and tomorrow,” Prime Minister Modi posted on X. On his arrival, Modi was warmly received by Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence & Interior of Kuwait. “A new chapter in the making! PM @narendramodi arrives in Kuwait to a ceremonial welcome. Warmly received by H.E Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah First Deputy PM, Minister of Defence & Interior of Kuwait, H.E. Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya, FM of Kuwait & several other Ministers & dignitaries at the airport,” Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X. During the visit, Modi will hold discussions with the leadership of Kuwait and also interact with the Indian community. In his departure statement, he said his talks with top Kuwaiti leadership would be an opportunity to chalk out a roadmap for a futuristic partnership between India and Kuwait. “We deeply value the historical connection with Kuwait that has been nurtured over generations. We are not just strong trade and energy partners but also have shared interest in peace, security, stability and prosperity in the West Asia region,” he said. Modi said he was looking forward to his meetings with the Emir, the Crown Prince and the prime minister of Kuwait. He will also attend the opening ceremony of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup here in Kuwait. The last Indian prime minister to visit Kuwait was Indira Gandhi in 1981. India is among the top trading partners of Kuwait. He would also meet the vibrant Indian diaspora here. The Indian community is the largest expatriate community in Kuwait. Indians constitute 21 per cent (1 million) of the total population of Kuwait and 30 per cent of its work-force (approx 9 lakhs). Indian workers top the Private Sector as well as domestic sector (DSW) work force list, according to Indian Embassy in Kuwait. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the diaspora has filled Kuwait’s canvas with the colours of Indian skills and assured that India has the manpower, skills and technology needed by a ‘New Kuwait’. “It takes you four hours to reach here from India but it took four decades for an Indian PM to travel to Kuwait,” he said. Greeting the gathering for the series of festivals that would be celebrated over next few weeks, Modi said, “You all have come from different parts of India, but looking at all of you, it feels like a mini India has gathered here.” “Every year, hundreds of Indians come to Kuwait; you have added Indian touch to Kuwaiti society. You have filled Kuwait’s canvas with colours of Indian skills, mixed with the essence of India’s talent, technology and tradition,” he added. India has manpower, skills and technology needed by ‘New Kuwait’, he added.

(AP) — Maryland is suing the company that produces the waterproof material Gore-Tex often used for raincoats and other outdoor gear, alleging its leaders kept using “forever chemicals” long after learning about serious health risks associated with them. The complaint, which was filed last week in federal court, focuses on a cluster of 13 facilities in northeastern Maryland operated by Delaware-based W.L. Gore & Associates. It alleges the company polluted the air and water around its facilities with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, jeopard izing the health of surrounding communities while raking in profits. The lawsuit adds to other claims filed in recent years, including a class action on behalf of Cecil County residents in 2023 demanding Gore foot the bill for water filtration systems, medical bills and other damages associated with decades of harmful pollution in the largely rural community. “PFAS are linked to cancer, weakened immune systems, and can even harm the ability to bear children,” Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown said in a statement. “It is unacceptable for any company to knowingly contaminate our drinking water with these toxins, putting Marylanders at risk of severe health conditions.” Gore spokesperson Donna Leinwand Leger said the company is “surprised by the Maryland Attorney General’s decision to initiate legal action, particularly in light of our proactive and intensive engagement with state regulators over the past two years.” “We have been working with Maryland, employing the most current, reliable science and technology to assess the potential impact of our operations and guide our ongoing, collaborative efforts to protect the environment,” the company said in a statement, noting a Dec. 18 report that contains nearly two years of groundwater testing results. But attorney Philip Federico, who represents plaintiffs in the class action and other lawsuits against Gore, called the company’s efforts “too little, much too late.” In the meantime, he said, residents are continuing to suffer — one of his clients was recently diagnosed with kidney cancer. “It’s typical corporate environmental contamination,” he said. “They’re in no hurry to fix the problem.”

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Albania's prime minister has announced the government intends to block access to TikTok for one year after the killing of a schoolboy last month raised fears about the influence of social media on children. Speaking on Saturday Edi Rama declared the proposed ban would start in January. TikTok said it is seeking urgent clarifications from the Albanian government about the proposed ban. The social media platform told the BBC it had found no evidence the person who allegedly stabbed the 14-year-old boy, or the victim himself, had TikTok accounts. During a meeting in Albania's capital Tirana with teachers, parents and psychologists Rama branded TikTok as "the thug of the neighbourhood". "We are going to close it for a year and we are going to start rolling out programs that will serve the education of students and help parents follow their children's journey," Rama said. The blocking of TikTok comes less than a month after the 14-year-old student was killed and another injured in a fight near a school in southern Tirana which had its roots in a confrontation on social media. The killing sparked a debate in Albania among parents, psychologists and educational institutions about the impact of social networks on young people. "In China, TikTok promotes how students can take courses, how to protect nature, how to keep traditions, but on the TikTok outside China we see only scum and mud. Why do we need this?", Rama said. TikTok is already banned in India, which was one of the app's largest markets before it was outlawed in June 2020. It is also blocked in Iran, Nepal, Afghanistan and Somalia. TikTok is also fighting against a law passed by the US Congress which would ban the app from 19 January unless it is sold by ByteDance - its Chinese parent company. T as to why it should not be banned or sold with a hearing scheduled for 10 January - just days before the 19 January deadline imposed by Congress. The US government is taking action against the app because of what it says are its links to the Chinese state - links which TikTok and ByteDance have denied. Several European countries including France, Germany and Belgium have enforced restrictions on social media use for children. In November by voting to ban children under the age of 16 from using social media. That particular ban will take at least a year to implement. UK Technology Secretary for under-16s is "on the table" but added that he wanted to see more evidence first.